First of all, a good exfoliation product is an absolute must.  It’s vital that you find a way to get rid of old, dead skin cells so that healthy skin cells can replace them.  An exfoliation cream is excellent for this purpose.

Secondly, and this goes without saying,  avoid over-exposure to the sun.  And don’t spend too much time on indoor tanning methods either.  A nice tan may look great now, but overdo it and you will soon experience the signs of early aging.  It’s ok to want to look good, but not at the expense of your health.

Thirdly, use a good lip balm, especially in the wintertime when your lips are likely to frequently become chapped.

Fourthly, protect yourself from dry, cracked skin by investing in and using a proven hand cream.  One of the best that has been a favorite of many for several generations now is Pacquins Hand Cream.  It has become increasingly difficult to find, however, since it has been discontinued by the manufacturer.  Ocassionally a jar turns up on ebay and other places online.  If you see one, grab it.  You will be amazed by the results.

Another outstanding option is No Crack Hand Cream.  This too has a long history of satisifed users who swear by the results they get.  You really cannot go wrong with either of these creams.

Finally, avoid skin care products with artificial ingredients, alcohols, fragrances, parabens, and the like.  These can dry out your skin, cause skin irritation, and some are even suspected carcinogens.  They are best to be avoided in favor of all-natural skin care products instead.